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SUMMARY:Toddler Tumble Time: Bird Nests!
DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore the fascinating world of bird nests!  \nStudy real nest specimens and captivating photos to learn how birds build their homes\, what materials they use\, and how each nest is uniquely designed for different species.  \n  \n¡Venga a vernos para explorar el fascinante mundo de los nidos de aves!  \nEstudie ejemplares reales de nidos y fotos cautivadoras para aprender cómo las aves construyen sus hogares\, qué materiales utilizan y cómo cada nido está diseñado de manera única para diferentes especies. \n  \nThe event is ADA accessible. Materials will be provided. The event will be indoors.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/toddler-tumble-time-bird-nests/
LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St STE 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T150000
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SUMMARY:Botanical Ink Making
DESCRIPTION:Join Art of Nature artist Avery Maltz for a hands-on workshop exploring botanical ink-making using locally sourced plants. In this small-group setting\, you’ll learn how natural pigments are extracted and turned into usable inks. Avery will demonstrate the process step by step\, showing how plant materials are simmered and transformed\, and how factors like heat\, time\, and material choice affect the final color. \nParticipants will also work with a pre-prepared batch of ink\, adding natural binders and preservatives before bottling their own to take home. The workshop will wrap up with time to test the inks through drawing and mark-making. This workshop is open to all skill levels and offers a practical introduction to working with natural materials. \nWorkshop A (10AM-12PM) FULL\nWorkshop B (1PM-3PM) FULL\nYou can join the waitlist by emailing bella@santacruzmuseum.org. Please note if you have a preference on time slot. We’ll notify you if a spot becomes available. \nCapacity: 10 people per class\nTicket Price: $35\nDiscounts: $5 member discount \nAge limit: 10+ 
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/botanical-ink-making/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Art of Nature,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260409T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260409T203000
DTSTAMP:20260313T164624Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T164624Z
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SUMMARY:"Singing from the Deep End" Poetry with Perugia Press
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in celebrating the publication of Singing from the Deep End (CavanKerry 2026)\, a poetry collection about girldom and friendship set on the rocky Atlantic coast by Rebecca Hart Olander. In addition to being a poet\, Olander is the editor and publisher at Perugia Press\, a press dedicated to publishing first and second books by women poets. \nOlander will be joined by Santa Cruz poet Lisa Allen Ortiz and former Los Angeles Poet Laureate Lynne Thompson both of whom had first books published by Perugia Press. That first book by Lisa Ortiz was set in Santa Cruz Natural History Museum! \nCome listen to poetry in the Santa Cruz Natural History Museum\, learn more about Perugia Press\, enjoy refreshments and a special pop-up display featuring Museum founder Laura Hecox’s historic scrapbooks. \nReception begins at 6:30pm and reading begins at 7:00pm. \nREGISTER FOR FREE HERE\n  \nPoet and editor Rebecca Hart Olander is author of Singing from the Deep End (CavanKerry 2026) and Uncertain Acrobats (CavanKerry 2021). She is editor and publisher at Perugia Press\, dedicated to publishing new women poets since 1997. \n  \n  \nLynne Thompson was the 4th Poet Laureate for the City of Los Angeles. She is author of Blue on a Blue Palette (Boa Editions 2024) \, Fretwork winner of the 2018 Marsh Hawk Poetry Prize\, Start with a Small Guitar (What Books Press 2013) and Beg No Pardon winner of the 2007 Perugia Press Prize. \n  \n  \nLisa Allen Ortiz is the author of Stem\, winner of the 2021 Idaho Prize judged by Ilya Kaminsky and Guide to the Exhibit\, winner of the 2016 Perugia Press Prize. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/singing-from-the-deep-end-poetry-reading-with-perugia-press/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260407T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260407T180000
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SUMMARY:Afterschool Activities: Somos Watsonville
DESCRIPTION:Every second Tuesday of the month\, Watsonville community members are invited to Somos Watsonville\, where our team will contribute a guided and interactive activity alongside existing programming. \nCada tercer martes del mes\, los miembros de la comunidad de Watsonville están invitados a Somos Watsonville\, donde nuestro equipo contribuirá una actividad guiada e interactiva a las actividades existentes. \n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nThe event is ADA accessible. Materials will be provided. The event will be indoors. \nThese programs are funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Services. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/afterschool-activities-somos-watsonville/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:SOMOS Watsonville\, 112 E Beach St.\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260411
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SUMMARY:Nature Detectives Spring Camp
DESCRIPTION:CAMP FULL – CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WAITLIST \nAre you a super sleuth when it comes to nature? Campers ages 5-7 are invited to join a week of hands-on investigation\, creative challenges\, and outdoor discovery during the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History’s Spring Break Day-camp for nature detectives! \nDuring spring break 2026\, campers will join us to gather clues from the local environment to piece together their own scientific hypotheses and conclusions\, all while playing games\, making crafts\, and learning about the natural world. \n  \n🌱 $400 per Camper \nCampers must be ages 5-7 / Grades K-2 \nFamily Members receive a 20% discount. Registration of siblings receives $20 discount. \n📍 Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History \n1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA 95062 \n🕒 Monday\, 4/6/2026 – Friday 4/10/2026 \nDrop-Off between 8:30 – 9:00 AM \nPick-Up between 3:00 – 3:30 PM
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/nature-detectives-spring-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260403T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260306T004609Z
CREATED:20260305T215606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T004609Z
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SUMMARY:Flora First Friday
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for a special First Friday celebrating our Art of Nature exhibition and the beauty of plants. \nThis month’s event is Flora-themed\, highlighting the incredible diversity of local plant life and the artists inspired by it. \nMeet Art of Nature artists\, learn about their creative process\, and explore the exhibition while connecting with community organizations dedicated to native plants and local ecology. Enjoy an art-filled evening at the Museum with FREE admission\, an open bar\, food truck\, and plenty of time to experience the exhibit after hours. \nFeaturing: \n\n\nArt of Nature artists (live demos\, artwork\, and conversations) \n\n\nCalifornia Native Plant Society \n\n\nNorris Center for Natural History \n\n\n…and more! \n\n\nCome celebrate art\, science\, and the plants that shape our landscapes. \n(above artwork by Maria Cecelia Freeman\, Erin Hunter\, Rebecca Botehlo)
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/flora-first-friday/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Friday,The Art of Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260327T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260327T200000
DTSTAMP:20260308T212134Z
CREATED:20260223T235900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T212134Z
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SUMMARY:Member Opening: The Art of Nature
DESCRIPTION:Museum Members and exhibit artists are invited to join us for a special opening reception for our beloved annual exhibit\, The Art of Nature. Enjoy a festive evening with refreshments\, and be among the first to explore the featured works!\nRSVP Online\nor email events@santacruzmuseum.org\n Explore the beauty and fine details of the natural world around us in this annual spring show featuring works from 52 local artists in a variety of mediums. \nThis event is a exclusive to Museum Members and exhibit artists. Not yet a Member? Join today!
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/member-opening-the-art-of-nature/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Only,The Art of Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T200000
DTSTAMP:20260219T190750Z
CREATED:20260219T190750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T190750Z
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SUMMARY:Protecting the California Red-Legged Frog in Santa Cruz County
DESCRIPTION:Santa Cruz County is a critical stronghold for the threatened California red-legged frog. Join Wildlife Biologist Michael Westphal for an inside look at three decades of research\, restoration\, and on-the-ground conservation efforts centered around this remarkable amphibian. This talk explores what it takes to protect a species on the brink and how our community can help ensure the California red-legged frog thrives in Santa Cruz County for generations to come. \nLight refreshments will be served. \nREGISTER HERE\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026 | 6–8 pm\nLocation: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\nCapacity: 55 participants\nTicket Price: $12\nMember Discount: $5 off ticket price\nAge Limit: Open to ages 7+. Youth must be accompanied by an adult. \nAccessibility and Logistics\nThis lecture will take place at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. The Museum is wheelchair accessible. Street parking is available throughout the surrounding neighborhood. Restrooms and water are available onsite. Feel free to bring a notebook and pen for notes\, and come ready with questions for the lecturer. \n 
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/protecting-the-california-red-legged-frog-in-santa-cruz-county/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260216T193901Z
CREATED:20251113T230507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T193901Z
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SUMMARY:Member Meetup: The Resilience of the Redwoods
DESCRIPTION:Offered by Big Basin State Park\, this 2-mile walk through old-growth redwood forest provides an engaging look at the resilience of coastal redwoods and the ongoing recovery of the forest after the devastating CZU Lightning Complex fires in 2020. This hike is a great opportunity to witness nature’s ability to adapt and renew\, and also venture into the forest as you scout for seasonal mushrooms. \nThis event is for Museum Members only. \nThis program is full. Email info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist\nAbout the Speaker: The walk will be led by Joanna Ferraro\, Senior Park Aid in the education department at Big Basin Redwoods State Park.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/member-meetup-the-resilience-of-the-redwoods/
LOCATION:Big Basin Redwoods State Park\, 21600 Big Basin Way\, Boulder Creek\, CA\, 95006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Only,Nature Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T200000
DTSTAMP:20260308T204348Z
CREATED:20260205T205913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T204348Z
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SUMMARY:Salamander Sip & Paint
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with herpetology and creativity at this paint and sip workshop at the Museum.  \nJoin science illustrator and naturalist Hannah Caisse for an evening of art\, learning\, and amphibian appreciation. Participants will choose from a selection of 3D printed salamander and herp models and paint their own scientifically inspired creation using acrylic paints. Hannah will guide the process while sharing fun facts about herps\, their biology\, and why these smooth and scaly creatures are vital to healthy ecosystems. No prior art experience is needed. Each ticket includes a 3D model to paint and take home; all materials\, expert instruction\, and wine/beer included. \nThis program is FULL. Email info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist.\nCapacity: 20 \nTicket Price: $45 \nDiscounts: $5 Member discount \nAge limit: 8+ \nLocation: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History \nAccessibility and Logistics: Please wear clothes you’re comfortable painting in\, just in case things get a little messy. \n \n  \nAbout the Instructor: Hannah Caisse is a science illustrator\, naturalist\, and educator. Her combined background in evolutionary biology and art is an invaluable asset when she creates scientifically accurate and engaging renderings and illustrations. Previous works include publications in paleontology\, anthropology\, and astronomy\, including collaborations with the Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology\, Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, University of California-Santa Cruz\, and Dickinson College. When not illustrating or making digital models\, Hannah is usually rock climbing or out in nature\, seeking anything small and furry or smooth and scaly.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/salamander-sip-paint/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260310T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260310T114000
DTSTAMP:20260207T001934Z
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SUMMARY:Toddler Tumble Time: Entomology
DESCRIPTION:Come for Toddler Tumble Time. We will have diverse specimens to share with everyone! Specifically\, we will be showcasing our entomology collections. \nOpen to Watsonville Residents \nVenga a disfrutar la Hora de Toddler Tumble cada segundo martes del mes. ¡Tendremos diversos ejemplares para compartir con todos! Mostraremos nuestras colecciones de entomología. \n\nThese programs are funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Services. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/family-fun-embossed-copper-prints-copy/
LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St STE 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T200000
DTSTAMP:20260215T195339Z
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SUMMARY:Herpetology First Friday
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a Herpetology Happy Hour!\nThis month we’re celebrating the slimy\, scaled\, and slithering inhabitants of our local ecosystems. Connect with artists\, scientists\, and community partners who study\, steward\, and protect amphibians and reptiles. Enjoy live animals\, hands-on activities\, refreshments\, free museum admission\, and special seasonal items in the Museum Store. An open bar will be available for guests 21+. \nCommunity Partners include: \n\n\nBay Area Herpetological Society  \n\nUS Bureau of Land Management\, Wildlife Biology Program\nUCSCs Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Program\n… and more!\n\nAdmission: FreeAges: All ages welcome \n 
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/herpetology-first-friday/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Friday,Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T170000
DTSTAMP:20260205T170144Z
CREATED:20260205T170105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T170144Z
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SUMMARY:Family Fun at Far West Fungi
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family-friendly event! Design a wearable mushroom cap at Far West Fungi with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/family-fun-at-far-west-fungi/
LOCATION:far west fungi\, 224 Laurel St APT A101\, Santa Cruz\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260203T005326Z
CREATED:20260109T214852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T005326Z
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SUMMARY:Fungi Natural Dye Techniques
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on workshop introduces natural dyeing with plants and fungi\, including mushroom-based dyes. Participants will learn basic folding techniques\, experiment with multiple dye baths\, and explore how pH modifiers like vinegar and baking soda affect color. The workshop also includes a brief demonstration on working with natural charcoal and draws inspiration from traditional dye practices.  \nThis Event is FULL\nTo join the waitlist email info@santacruzmuseum.org\n  \nAccessibility and LogisticsThis program will take place at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Please wear clothing you don’t mind getting dirty\, as we will be working with natural dyes. \nParking is available on site and along surrounding streets. The museum includes accessible restrooms\, and the program space is wheelchair accessible. If you have specific access needs or questions in advance\, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help. \nMain Audience: GeneralCapacity: 20 participantsTicket Price: $40Discounts: $5 museum member discount; youth and student tickets are $35Age Limit: 10+. Youth must be accompanied by an adult.Location: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History \n\nFungus February programming presented with support from UCSC’s The Humanities Institute\, featuring Entangled Life: How Fungi Make our Worlds\, Change our Minds\, and Shape our Futures by British mycologist Merlin Sheldrake for this year’s Deep Read program. Learn More.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/fungi-natural-dye-techniques/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260214T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260214T153000
DTSTAMP:20260123T004800Z
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SUMMARY:Mobile Museum at the Migration Festival
DESCRIPTION:Have you noticed different species in Santa Cruz in different seasons? From monarchs to birds to whales\, the wildlife of our region is ever-changing as migrating animals move through or come to stay for a season. Head on over to Natural Bridges today to enjoy the Annual Migration Festival from 11am-3:30pm to learn more about these important rhythms of nature. Be sure to stop by the Museum’s table!
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mobile-museum-at-the-migration-festival/
LOCATION:Natural Bridges State Beach\, 2531 W Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mobile Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T233000
DTSTAMP:20260207T001905Z
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SUMMARY:Toddler Tumble Time: Marine Animals
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the variety of marine organisms ! We’ll showcase fascinating artifacts\, including unique marine shells\, shark teeth\, and much more. This mobile museum will give you a closer look at the animals that make our bay so special. \n¡Aprende sobre la variedad de organismos marinos! Mostraremos fascinantes artefactos\, incluyendo conchas marinas únicas\, dientes de tiburón y mucho más. Este museo móvil le ofrecerá una mirada más cercana a los animales que hacen que nuestra bahía sea tan especial. \n\nThese programs are funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Services. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/toddler-tumble-time-marine-animals/
LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St STE 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260207T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T234523Z
CREATED:20260123T234306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T234523Z
UID:10000435-1770462000-1770469200@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Mobile Museum at World Wetlands Day
DESCRIPTION:Come find us at Hope Park\, Watsonville! Celebrate World Wetlands Day with hands-on habitat restoration\, live music\, and fun\, educational activities for all ages. \n¡Ven a encontrarnos en Hope Park\, Watsonville! Celebra el Día Mundial de los Humedales con restauración de hábitat\, música en vivo y actividades divertidas y educativas para todas las edades. \n________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nThe event will be outdoors.  \nThese programs are funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Services. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mobile-museum-at-world-wetlands-day/
LOCATION:Hope Park\, 76 Hope Dr\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mobile Museum,Vamos Afuera
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260131T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260128T171726Z
CREATED:20260121T181330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T171726Z
UID:10000428-1769860800-1769875200@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Rockin' Pop Up!
DESCRIPTION:Join geologists from University of California\, Santa Cruz to share your mineralogical marvels and get them identified inside the Museum’s galleries!\nPrice: This special event is Free during our Laura Hecox Day celebration! \nWhat can you bring: Rocks\, fossils\, gems\, and minerals are all welcome! Feel free to bring as many samples as you like\, but depending on the crowd\, we may implement a 3-rock maximum for identification. \nTime: There will be no formal presentation\, so drop-by anytime between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/rockin-pop-up-3/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pop-Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260130T230106Z
CREATED:20251223T233910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T230106Z
UID:10000329-1769857200-1769875200@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Laura Hecox Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Continuing a tradition that began in 2016\, the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History will celebrate the birthday of its founder\, Santa Cruz naturalist and lightkeeper\, Laura Hecox\, at this special open house. The outdoor event will include Victorian-era activities\, community partners\, historians\, and the 2026 Laura Hecox Naturalist award presentation. \n  \nProgram: \n\n10am-5pm: FREE Museum Admission\n10am-12pm: Saturdays in the Soil Volunteer Gardening\n11am: Naturalist Award Presentation of Donna Meyers\n11am-4pm: Community Partners and Open House\n\nProgram Events and Partners \n\nMuseum Collections Pop-Up\nRock ID station with UCSC’s Earth and Planetary Sciences\nUCSC’s SACNAS\nCity of Santa Cruz \nUCSC’s WiSE\nSanta Cruz Libraries\nSean Mohoot\, tintype photographer\nO’Neill Sea Odyssey\nVictorian era crafts\, activities and tintypes\n\n  \nSpecial thanks to Lulu Carpenters for supporting this event. We’re thankful for their partnership and their commitment to our museum community.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/laura-hecox-day-2026-2/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T143000
DTSTAMP:20260122T234852Z
CREATED:20251118T202921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T234852Z
UID:10000299-1769259600-1769265000@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Member Meet-Up: Whale Disentanglement Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the member and volunteer exclusive\, behind-the-scenes look at a recent whale rescue in Monterey Bay. \nFeaturing powerful footage\, this presentation offers an immersive\, firsthand view of the teamwork\, precision\, and challenges involved in freeing entangled whales safely and effectively. \nThis event is for Museum Members only.\nREGISTRATION CLOSED
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/member-meet-up-whale-disentanglement-talk/
LOCATION:Benefit Conference Center\, 8142 Moss Landing Road\, Moss Landing\, 95039\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Members Only,Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260124T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260122T232427Z
CREATED:20260122T232427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T232427Z
UID:10000433-1769252400-1769263200@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Mobile Museum at Patagonia
DESCRIPTION:Come find us at Patagonia Outlet Santa Cruz! We will be sharing one of our Mobile Museum’s designed to inspire you to connect with the natural world through hands-on observation. We invite people of all ages to explore\, ask questions\, and engage directly with specimens through touch and close study.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mobile-museum-at-patagonia/
LOCATION:Patagonia Outlet Santa Cruz\, 415 River St Ste C\, Santa Cruz\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mobile Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T164500
DTSTAMP:20251125T004743Z
CREATED:20251125T004743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T004743Z
UID:10000302-1768644000-1768668300@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:LiMPETS Teacher Workshop
DESCRIPTION:LiMPETS (Long-term Monitoring Program and Experiential Training for Students) is a community science program that takes students to coastal ecosystems of California’s national marine sanctuaries\, increasing awareness and stewardship of these critical habitats.\nYou Will Get: \n\nA 5-unit curriculum aligned with NGSS and Common Core\nHands-on training on all aspects of intertidal field science\nTools and staffing support for facilitating student community science and related research posters and community action projects\nA $100 stipend\n\nYour Students Will: \n\nGet outside!\nParticipate in community science and data analysis\nContribute to a 20+ year study\nConnect to and learn about coastal ecosystems\, climate change and positive actions we can take to protect our communities\nRocky Intertidal Monitoring Teacher Workshop\n\nREGISTER\nFOR: High school – college teachers\nWHEN: Saturday\, 1/17/26\, 10:00 AM-4:45 PM\nWHERE: The Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/limpets-teacher-workshop/
LOCATION:Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History\, 165 Forest Avenue\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educator Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T170000
DTSTAMP:20251217T172207Z
CREATED:20251114T002012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T172207Z
UID:10000296-1767967200-1768150800@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Fungus Fair 2026
DESCRIPTION:Fungus season in Santa Cruz means celebration! Come to the Santa Cruz Fungus Fair to learn fascinating and fun facts about beautiful and diverse species of mushrooms!\nView remarkable mushroom arts and crafts\, taste unusual and exceptionally good fungal fare\, and experience FFSC’s overriding mission: “We keep the fun in fungus!” This unique Santa Cruz area tradition draws thousands of visitors each January\, so it’s recommended that you get your tickets in advance.\nLearn More   Purchase Tickets\nWant to volunteer? To be eligible for a FREE General Admission ticket to the Fungus Fair\, you must pre-register as a volunteer and work for at least one volunteer position (usually for a few hours\, depending on the role). Learn more and sign up today!\nFair Hours are Friday 2-5 PM  |  Saturday & Sunday 9 AM-5 PM
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/fungus-fair-2026/
LOCATION:London Nelson Community Center\, 301 Center St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T143000
DTSTAMP:20260118T000720Z
CREATED:20251224T075210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T000720Z
UID:10000421-1767963600-1767969000@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Mobile Museums at the Watsonville Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Visit us at the Watsonville Public Library every second Friday. Each month\, we feature a different Mobile Museum designed to inspire visitors to connect with the natural world through hands-on observation. We invite people of all ages to explore\, ask questions\, and engage directly with specimens through touch and close study. \nVisítenos en la Biblioteca Pública de Watsonville el segundo viernes de cada mes. Cada mes presentamos un Museo Móvil diferente\, diseñado para inspirar a los visitantes a conectarse con el mundo natural a través de la observación práctica. Invitamos a personas de todas las edades a explorar\, hacer preguntas e interactuar directamente con los ejemplares mediante el tacto y la observación detallada. \n__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nThese programs are funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Services. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mobile-museum-nocturnal-animals/
LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St STE 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260105T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260106T150000
DTSTAMP:20251103T185634Z
CREATED:20251002T191444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T185634Z
UID:10000282-1767603600-1767711600@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Winter Wonders Camp
DESCRIPTION:Winter can be a wild time!\nJoin the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History this winter break to learn about the seasons\, the weather\, and how plants and animals adapt to survive the wintertime. Explore nature\, make art\, and play with new friends while learning about local natural history. For K-2nd Graders (5-7 Years Old) \nREGISTER\nThis is a 2 day Camp\, pro-rated to $160 \n\n—\nLimited Scholarships Available \nWe believe that every young explorer should have the opportunity to connect with nature. To help make Winter Camp accessible\, we offer a limited number of scholarships for families who may need financial assistance. If cost is a barrier\, we encourage you to apply! \nSCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION\nOur goal is to ensure that curiosity and passion for the natural world are never out of reach. \nPlease contact camp@santacruzmuseum.org with any questions.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/winter-camp/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T170000
DTSTAMP:20251212T212351Z
CREATED:20251113T225731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T212351Z
UID:10000293-1766242800-1766250000@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Member Meetup: Winter Solstice Sea Star Search
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT! Contact info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist\nJoin us for this 2-hour program exploring some of Santa Cruz’s most vibrant tide pools! \nGuided by nature educator Anne Cassell\, participants will join us for a winter solstice celebration focused on finding sea stars\, which play a vital role in our coastal ecosystems. Using iNaturalist\, participants will share their sea star observations and contribute to the world’s largest global biodiversity dataset. \nThis event is for Museum Members only.\nSOLD OUT! Contact info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist\nFYIs & Accessibility Info \n\nWe recommend downloading the iNaturalist application before the program begins if you would like to document any sea stars you see with the iNaturalist application.\nPlease let the parking kiosk know you are with the SC Museum of Natural History group to receive complimentary parking. Free parking is also available on surrounding streets. You may need to walk a little way to reach the meeting location.\nPlease plan to bring any water and snacks you will want during the program.\nThis program runs rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for all weather and a light walk on some uneven areas.\nFacilities: There are 2 unisex restrooms and a drinking fountain located near the parking lot.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/winter-solstice-sea-star-search/
LOCATION:Natural Bridges State Beach\, 2531 W Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Only,Nature Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251219T200000
DTSTAMP:20251204T194724Z
CREATED:20251124T225136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T194724Z
UID:10000300-1766167200-1766174400@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Nature-Inspired Block Printing
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT! Contact info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist\nCelebrate the season with creativity\, craft\, and sustainable spirit. In this hands-on workshop\, participants will learn the basics of printmaking and design and carve their own natural-history-inspired printing blocks using soft-cut linoleum. \nUse your custom stamps to print beautiful\, one-of-a-kind tea towels perfect for holiday gifting. You’ll also have the option to create your own sustainable wrapping paper and gift bags\, turning your prints into a full eco-friendly gift set. You’ll take your hand-carved block home with you\, so you can keep printing long after the workshop ends. \nNo prior experience required. Participants will have a completed art piece to take home at the conclusion of the workshop. Open to all ages and experience levels. All supplies included. \nWe’ll keep things cozy with mulled wine\, hot cider\, and plenty of holiday cheer as we craft together in a festive\, relaxed atmosphere. \nSOLD OUT! Contact info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist\nClass Fee: $35 – Museum Members receive a special discounted price applied at checkout. All materials included in the class fee. \nAbout the Instructor: Beck Hong – Since joining the team in 2024\, Beck has had the pleasure of documenting and sharing the many wonders of the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Before settling in Santa Cruz\, Beck could be found studying printmaking at SAIC in Chicago\, working on film sets in Honolulu\, or wandering the Pacific Northwest. Now rooted on California’s central coast\, they spend their time making videos at the museum\, reading under shady trees\, and searching tide pools for nudibranchs. \nAccessibility & Info – This program takes place indoors at the Museum. Please note that printmaking involves hand tools and materials that may get messy\, so casual attire is recommended. If you have any specific accessibility needs or questions\, contact us in advance so we can accommodate you.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/nature-inspired-block-printing/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251206T160000
DTSTAMP:20251120T215754Z
CREATED:20251030T195517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T215754Z
UID:10000290-1765018800-1765036800@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Sale and Art Market
DESCRIPTION:Looking for locally made\, nature-inspired gifts this holiday season? \nJoin us for the Museum’s Holiday Sale and Art Market\, featuring a curated selection of art\, jewelry\, home décor\, prints\, and more from over 20 local artists and makers whose work celebrates nature and natural history\, including Kiwi Cyr\, Hannah Caisse\, Kylene Gilmore\, Donna Thomas\, Sarah Brothers Bot\, Amy Moon\, Pajaro Valley Arts\, Katy Peterson\, Polly Goldman\, and Maria Amorette Klos. It’s the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind gifts inspired by the natural world. \nEnjoy free admission all day while you explore our exhibits\, sip complimentary hot cider\, and browse even more treasures in the Museum Store as part of our annual Holiday Sale. You’ll find storewide discounts\, gift cards for nature lovers\, and extra savings for Museum Members. Membership gift certificates will also be available—give the gift of connection to nature! \nSupport local artists\, discover something beautiful\, and celebrate the season with us—rain or shine!
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/winter-art-market/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T153000
DTSTAMP:20251118T194426Z
CREATED:20251118T194110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T194426Z
UID:10000297-1764943200-1764948600@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Mi Casa es Tu Casa Exhibition Closing
DESCRIPTION:Join us in making observations of an owl pellet and exploring its dissected contents as we celebrate the closing of Mi Casa es Tu Casa: Rooted in Remembrance. \nAcompáñanos a observar un egagrópila de búho y explorar su contenido disecado mientras celebramos el cierre de Mi Casa es Tu Casa: Enraizados en el Recuerdo. \n\nJoin our free programs\, connect with science and nature\, and have fun with your family and friends. Share this invitation and join our community! To receive email reminders about upcoming programs and events in Watsonville\, subscribe to our monthly newsletter below. These programs are open to Watsonville residents. \nVenga a disfrutar de nuestros programas gratuitos\, conéctese con la ciencia y la naturaleza\, y diviértase con su familia y amigos. ¡Comparta esta invitación y únase a nuestra comunidad! Para recibir notificaciones sobre los próximos programas y eventos en Watsonville\, suscríbase a nuestro boletín mensual.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mi-casa-es-tu-casa-exhibition-closing/
LOCATION:Pajaro Valley Arts\, 280 Main Street\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T150000
DTSTAMP:20251108T230515Z
CREATED:20251029T201934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251108T230515Z
UID:10000288-1763211600-1763218800@santacruzmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Redwood Grain Printmaking
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on masterclass\, artist Jane Kim will demonstrate the tree ring printing process used to create the artworks of Treasured Trees. Attendees will acquire basic know-how of the skills and tools required to practice this beautiful technique at home. \nREGISTER\nTicket Price: $40 General\, $35 Member \nAge limit: 13 years and up \nMaterials: Artist provided\, notepads\, and pencils \nAccessibility: This workshop will take place outdoors in the amphitheater of Tyrrell Park next to the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. The amphitheater is accessed by stairs or a semi-paved pathway through the park (it is not fully ADA accessible). Restrooms are available in the Museum. Please wear warm layers. In the event of rain\, we will shift this program indoors. \n\nAbout the Speaker\nJane is a visual artist\, science illustrator\, and the founder of Ink Dwell. Her art career started when she was a little girl\, obsessively painting flowers and bears on the walls of her bedroom. She received more formal training with a BFA in Printmaking from RISD and then attended CSU Monterey Bay\, where she received a master’s certificate in Science Illustration. She has created large-scale public art across the country\, including the Wall of Birds at The Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, and produced works for the National Aquarium\, the de Young Museum\, Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum\, and more. She is the creator of the Migrating Mural campaign\, a series of public installations that highlight wildlife along migration corridors it shares with people. She still enjoys painting flowers and bears\, though nowadays she doesn’t get in trouble for painting on the walls. \nAs the inaugural Forest Fellow of the Sempervirens Fund\, the oldest land trust in California and one dedicated to the protection of the redwood forests of the Santa Cruz Mountains\, Jane Kim has spent the last year studying the wonders of redwood trees. In order to begin to understand the redwood\, the artist learned\, they can not be studied in isolation. The trees are both a product of their ecosystem and a force that transforms it. Using the tree itself\, the artwork begins with ink impressions of the tree rings collected from Camp Jones Gulch. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/redwood-grain-printmaking/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Redwoods,Workshop
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